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Words for the Restless
Anxiety is all too often a silent battle and epidemic. It’s a journey…with an end. If you’re reading this as an anxiety sufferer, you will get there. The feelings can be a melting pot of despair, panic, paranoia, exhaustion, confusion, anger, failure and loneliness, but the best thing you will ever do is ask for help. Many, many people have the same thoughts and feelings, so you are definitely not alone.
In this first volume of Words for the Restless, Claire S. Ellis shares an inspiring, poignant and comforting collection of quotes and poetry stemming from her own journey with anxiety.
“One of the core antidotes is to always do something you love, and writing this collection gave me that outlet. Having the courage to share these words with the outside world has been a challenge, but knowing they can touch and move others fills me with purpose and joy. This is for you and me, but please spread far and wide. Remember, you really are amazing.”— Claire S. Ellis
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Words and Numbers
Embark on a captivating journey through the pages of Words and Numbers, where the fascinating worlds of language and math collide. In this enchanting book, you’ll discover the hidden connections between words and numbers, unlocking a world of imagination and discovery.
Delve into the magic of language as you explore the power of words. From their beginnings in the air to their fleeting nature, words hold the key to expressing our thoughts and feelings. But they’re not alone on this adventure. Join them as they team up with numbers, those mysterious symbols shaped by thought. Together, they create a symphony of meaning that stretches the limits of our understanding.
Through vivid storytelling and captivating illustrations, Words and Numbers invites you to unravel the secrets hidden within their intertwined realms. Whether you’re a curious explorer or a seasoned adventurer, this book will ignite your imagination and open your mind to the enchanting possibilities that language and math offer. Get ready to embark on a journey where words and numbers dance together, revealing the extraordinary beauty and wonder of the world around us.
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Words
The author, Arnold Matthews, hopes you will find in this package of his written works of poetry, much pleasure.
The poetry is addressed to all faiths and none, to all gender orientations and to Humanitarians. Of course, not all poetry appeals to everyone but as stated in the Doctor’s Magazine ‘The Lancet’, it says that the right sort of poetry can be very therapeutic. It is for the reader to judge if this is the ‘right sort of poetry’. The author invites the recipients of his work to select the material to which they can personally relate, and perhaps re-read from time to time, so that like a song, the impact of new concepts will be revealed and will
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Woman of Tides
Woman of Tides is a book to be enjoyed and savoured. It is thoughtful, evocative, immersive and illuminating. The reader can enter its world at any page and the pieces will resonate as they take the reader through rich emotional and intellectual terrain.
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Winter
Sometimes when we have a moment, it all becomes still. Sometimes when we breathe alone it loses momentum and will. Sometimes when a heart beats fast, it's longing to be kept. And sometimes when you can't speak aloud, the silence chooses a breath.
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Who Are You?
Life is an enigma, and the journey of living is dedicated to unravelling its intricate mysteries. Think of yourself as an unexplored diamond mine, hidden beneath layers of gravel, rocks, and sand. Your life’s purpose is to dig deep, uncovering the invaluable gem that is your true self, and then meticulously shape it until it radiates with brilliance.
Proceed with caution, patience, and above all, courage. Only through persistent exploration can you unearth your inner treasure. Fail to do so, and you risk a lifetime shrouded in obscurity, conforming to the mundane – just another rock in the heap, masking the brilliance within.
Remember, you are not just a mystery but an ongoing revelation. To decode yourself is to decode the very essence of life, unlocking a wealth of potential that only adds to your inherent value. Be tenacious in your quest to be authentically you, for therein lies the secret to a life of unceasing splendour.
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Whispers in Time
Inside this treasure cove are morsels to feed on… compassionate, challenging and powerfully inspirational. They prompt reflective and ponderous thought and capture the quintessence of body, heart, mind, and soul. Through its leisurely & nonchalant walks through life, Whispers in Time illustrate vim, vigour, and vitality as it passionately grapples with day-to-day moments of our lives. This soliloquy provides a subtly endearing and spirited ambience, which is flawless and exquisite in its orchestration/ makeup. Its whispered utterances are wickedly yet delicately satisfying and reminiscent, while its mystical air holds intrigue that invigorates. Whispers in Time caresses and captivates the imagination, with indulgent elements that awaken and ignite our senses and thoughts.
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What They Don't Tell You about Being a Mum
Becoming a parent for the first time is exciting, joyous, scary and a huge step into the unknown. First-time mums can find a lot of official advice, but here is a new mum sharing her experiences of the reality in a touching and amusing way through her entertaining and honest poetry.
Following the success of the author’s Facebook page ‘What they don’t tell you about being a Mum’, to which Jayne still uploads a poem most days, here is a selection of the poems from the first year of her baby’s life.
Her message to mums is clear: Nothing prepares you for becoming a parent, it’s OK not to be OK and, most importantly, we are all in this together. Enjoy.£3.50 -
Weirdo Tales for the Littlie Mind
dear reader,
i must warn you that the following may entice you to a collection of stories that could leave you feeling curious and even a little odd. in these pages you will meet the part of me that is still a littlie, who often played alone finding solace in the sanctuary of imagination, yet struggled with the desire for a friend. don’t be fooled by the seemingly ordinary plot lines, there is more to these stories than meets the eye. within these pages you will find contentious topics that challenge societal norms, or stories that encourage children to think critically and form their own opinions, all in the hope to provide a neo-pedagogy-of-mutual-child-adult-parenting-experience.
while these stories are perfect for littlies who may be eager to explore the weird world of the self, this children’s book is for all.
and while the tales may seem strange, they are full of magic, dreamy adventures of self-discovery and journeys of growth, hope and renewal. you’ll learn the joys of decluttering the mind from dull forgettable thoughts. you’ll witness the magic of watching something grow and thrive. you may learn the lesson that true comfort can come in the simplest of forms. the endless, arduous journey to search for true friendship is matched by the raw emotional struggles of our weird and wondrous mind.
so if you are brave enough to venture into the world of the weirdo tarot, i invite you to turn the pages and explore the mysterious and peculiar, weirdo tales for the littlie mind.
yours weirdly,
the weirdo tarot
(be weird it’s normal)
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Wavelengths
‘Wavelengths' is an exploration of light, colour and form through the creation of transfigured natural images.
The result is a series of multi-layered image-scapes exploring the spectrum of visible wavelengths and my fascination with refraction and the interaction of light and glass, taking the images through the colours of the rainbow.
These images are linked to a selection of poetry that provides a sidelight on the images.
One does not illustrate the other, but gives a different departure point for interpretation.
The poetry is chosen to have some relevance to the facing image - in a variety of styles, from 18th century to modern poets, and from well-known favourites to unknown poems.
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Walking on Ice
Life is a journey, often perilous. We take risks, not because we want to die, but because we want to feel alive. This book explores the feelings of joy and triumph, loss and regret that we all experience along the way. Set in airports, train stations and bus stops, it captures the moments in transit and transition where we pause to reflect on our own journey, gather our thoughts and rebuild ourselves stronger and wiser to carry on.
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Waking Up to Beauty
Poems are small individual vignettes. Each one telling a story and painting a picture.
Poetry is a special art form. People from all walks of life can express themselves and their thoughts through poetry.
Sometimes a memory triggers an emotion: if you like to write poetry, then there is no better way to express a moment in time than to write the words that give a poem life.
Poetry can be funny, it can be serious, it can be about love, it can be about sorrow. Poems can be about so much: about the sea, about rivers, about snow, and the warm glow in the fireplace, at home, in the deep mid-winter.
Poetry lets us feel the emotion and view the scene in our own minds, through the vision of the poet. Read on…£3.50